Introduction

Would you like to use your skills as an HR Analyst and contribute to great scientific developments? CERN is a unique organisation with ambitious research goals and high expectations of its HR Department. If you enjoy the challenge of a multi-cultural environment where every day brings something new, then this challenge is for you. CERN, take part!

You will join CERN's Human Resources (HR) Department, which develops initiatives and provides strategic support to CERN Management with regard to human resources policy. It supports line management in the departments, performs centralised service tasks, and ensures CERN-wide application of operational human resources activities. The main areas of responsibility include organisational development, employment and association conditions, recruitment, job classification and compensation administration, performance management and financial rewards, internal mobility, training and development, social services, health insurance, working conditions, settlement of disputes and relations with the personnel.

Functions

As an HR Analyst, you will:

• Collect and compile HR metrics and data from a variety of sources.
• Analyse data and statistics for trends and patterns with attention to different HR processes and policies.
• Prepare reports of data results and present findings to various stakeholders including management.
• Research and document to support the development and update of HR policies.
• Support the HR department in the implementation of HR policies and processes based on metrics and analysis.
• Contribute to improving and streamlining administrative procedures.
• Contribute to specific HR-related projects.
• Process a wide variety of confidential information while ensuring compliance with data privacy regulations.

Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in the field of human resources or business administration or a related field.

Experience:

• Demonstrated experience in HR data analytics, preferably in an international environment.
• Practical experience in producing detailed spreadsheets, charts and presentations.
• Capacity to apply discretion and maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive information.

Technical competencies:

• HR analytics
• Metrics and analytics
• Process analysis, definition and improvement
• Customer service
• Use of office software packages

Behavioural competencies:

• Achieving results: delivering high quality work on time and fulfilling expectations.
• Solving problems: finding the information needed to solve problems; making objective judgments based on all the facts available.
• Demonstrating flexibility: being willing to work on different projects simultaneously; adapting quickly and resourcefully to shifting priorities and requirements.
• Learning and sharing knowledge: sharing knowledge and expertise freely and willingly with others; coaching others to ensure knowledge transfer; proposing ways to improve or streamline existing procedures, processes and methodologies.
• Communicating effectively: expressing opinions, ideas and suggestions with conviction and in a logical/structured manner; keeping to the point; delivering presentations in a structured and clear way; adjusting style and content to the audience; responding calmly and confidently to questions.

Language skills:

• English: ability to understand and speak in professional contexts as well as the ability to draft texts and make oral presentations.
• The ability to understand and speak French in professional contexts would be an advantage.

Eligibility and closing date:

Diversity has been an integral part of CERN's mission since its foundation and is an established value of the Organization. Employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We welcome applications from all Member States and Associate Member States.

This vacancy will be filled as soon as possible, and applications should normally reach us no later than 21.10.2020

Employment Conditions

Contract type: Limited duration contract (3 years). Subject to certain conditions, holders of limited-duration contracts may apply for an indefinite position.

Job grade: 4-5

Job reference: HR-DHO-2020-111-LD

Benchmark Job Title: Human Resources Support Officer

Please make sure you have all the documents needed to hand as you start your application, as once it is submitted, you will not be able to upload any documents or edit your application further